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Burkina Faso Military Violence Surpasses Jihadist Attacks, Reports Show

4/3/2026

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Armed Conflict Location & Event Data (ACLED) shows violence rising in Burkina Faso, with security forces killing more civilians than jihadist groups.
ACLED notes abuses by military-led governments in Burkina Faso and Mali since their coups.
A July 2024 Sakoani incident, described by a resident, saw the military allegedly kill all villagers.
Drone strikes in Mali have risen since 2022, increasing civilian casualties.

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Armed Conflict Location & Event Data (ACLED) shows violence rising in Burkina Faso, with security forces killing more civilians than jihadist groups.
ACLED notes abuses by military-led governments in Burkina Faso and Mali since their coups.
A July 2024 Sakoani incident, described by a resident, saw the military allegedly kill all villagers.
Drone strikes in Mali have risen since 2022, increasing civilian casualties.